Butyl methacrylate, 99%

Name: Butyl methacrylate, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008722

About Butyl methacrylate, 99%

Butyl methacrylate is an ester (Synthesis grade) carrying the CAS registry number 97-88-1, specified at 99% purity. Formula C8H14O2, molecular weight 142.2 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is butyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate. Alternative names: N-Butyl methacrylate and Butylmethacrylate.

In its supplied form it is a clear colourless liquid. Keep containers tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated area away from heat and ignition sources. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis, polymer and resin production and paints, coatings and inks. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and paints and coatings.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Butyl methacrylate in 500 mL, 5 L, 25 kg and 160 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Polymer & resin production
Paints, coatings & inks

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Butyl methacrylate, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008722
CAS Number	97-88-1
IUPAC name	butyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate
Molecular formula	C₈H₁₄O₂
Molecular weight	142.2 g/mol
Exact mass	142.0994
Grade	Synthesis
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29161290
InChIKey	SOGAXMICEFXMKE-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CCCCOC(=O)C(=C)C
PubChem CID	7354

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	2.9
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	26.3 Å²
UN number	UN 2227
Synonyms	N-Butyl methacrylate, Butylmethacrylate, Butyl 2-methacrylate, Butil metacrilato, 2-Methyl-butylacrylat, 2-Methyl-butylacrylaat, 2-Methyl-butylacrylate, Methacrylic acid, butyl ester, 2-Propenoic acid, 2-methyl-, butyl ester, Methacrylate de butyle, Butylester kyseliny methakrylove, 2-Methyl butylacrylate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Flammable

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H226Flammable liquid and vapor
H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P280, P302 + P352, P303 + P361 + P353, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P370 + P378, P403 + P233

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 97-88-1

Puriss

Butyl methacrylate, puriss, 99%+

CAS: 97-88-1
Formula: C₈H₁₄O₂
MW: 142.2 g/mol

VQ-008723

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Butyl methacrylate, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Butyl methacrylate, 99% is 97-88-1. It is also known as N-Butyl methacrylate, Butylmethacrylate, Butyl 2-methacrylate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Butyl methacrylate, 99%?

Butyl methacrylate, 99% has the molecular formula C8H14O2 and a molecular weight of 142.2 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is butyl 2-methylprop-2-enoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Butyl methacrylate, 99% can I order?

We supply Butyl methacrylate, 99% in Synthesis (99%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 25 kg, 160 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Butyl methacrylate, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Butyl methacrylate, 99% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Butyl methacrylate, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Butyl methacrylate, 99% is classified as hazardous (UN 2227), so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.